Derik Venter

Derik Venter

IT Technical Specialist
Reply rate:
-
Availability:
Full-time (40 hrs/wk)
Age:
28 years old
Location:
Roodepoort, Gauteng, South Africa
Experience:
8 years
Derik Venter Unemployed Johannesburg,1724 ;-;- EXECUTIVE SUMMARY As an experienced IT Technician, I bring a robust blend of technical expertise, problem-solving acumen, and a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service. With a solid background in resolving complex technical issues and providing comprehensive support, I am dedicated to enhancing customer satisfaction and ensuring operational efficiency. Key Competencies  Technical Proficiency  Problem Solving & Analysis   Customer Service Excellence Collaborative team member EDUCATION Institution Period of Studies Degree/Certificate Name www.passged.com 2016 Grade 12 Equivalency GED Course www.udemy.com 2022 SQL Development Course Letaba Networks 2024 Letaba Networks Customer Satisfaction COMPUTER SKILLS Microsoft Outlook Microsoft Teams Microsoft Excel Microsoft Word WinBox WISP Man Chrome AnyDesk Parsec TeamViewer Telegram Robin 3CX Remote Desktop CAREER OVERVIEW Date Company November 2023 – 31 January 2025 Letaba Networks (Limpopo) Letaba Networks (Limpopo) Self-Employed (East London) January 2023 – October 2023 January 2022 – December 2022 Position T2 Remote Helpdesk Agent Wireless & Highsite Technician IT Technician August 2020 – December 2021 IT Experts (Limpopo) Mid-Level IT Technician July 2020 – August 2020 HeroTel Express (Limpopo) Helpdesk Agent (Temporary position) February 2017 – June 2020 I Know IT (Roodepoort) IT Manager August 2015 – February 2017 I Know IT (Roodepoort) IT Technician 1|Page Letaba Networks (Limpopo) 4 January 2023 to 31 January 2025 1. T2 Remote Helpdesk Agent | 1 November 2023 – 31 January 2025.           Remote assistance on CPE equipment  Mimosa Devices  Mikrotik Devices Answering of phones and maintaining quick and professional responses via an online chat platform (Robin) Assisting clients remotely with troubleshooting of offline equipment. Assisting with changes to CPE equipment. Assisting Clients with Internet and internal network issues. Assisting clients with recommendations on improvements. Assisting walk-in clients. Setup and updating devices.  MikroTik CPE  Reyee Routers  Mimosa CPE Escalating bigger issues to more experienced colleagues and following up to ensure the client is always up to date with updates. Assist field technicians remotely with setups and repairs on client’s equipment. 2. Wireless & Highsite Technician | 4 January 2023 – 31 October 2023    Installation and repairs on wireless networks  Mikrotik Devices  Mimosa Devices Assisting Clients with Internet and internal network issues as well as assisting clients with recommendations on improvements. Maintaining and handling job cards and consulting with clients on availability. Self-Employed | 1 January 2022 – December 2022 Assisting clients with any computer-related queries including:  New Hardware  Backups  Slow Laptops/Desktops  Networks  Servers Repairing of:  Laptops  Desktops  Servers  Networks IT Experts (Limpopo) Mid-Level IT Technician | 17 August 2020 – 31 December 2021     Repairing and setup of desktop PC’s and laptops. Repairing and installation of networks. Hubs, Switches, Modems, Wall-boxes, and cabling. Repairing and setup of servers. 2|Page      Microsoft Server 2008, 2012R2, 2016 and 2019 De-installation of TVs from PEP Stores (on behalf of METACOM) Installing and repair of Access Points in Ackerman’s Stores (on behalf of METACOM) Onsite and Remote support on any IT related query. Cloning of Laptop’s and desktops for upgrading and maintenance to prevent data loss. Managing 3 Mercurius Motors Branches IT  Mercurius Tzaneen  Mercurius Polokwane PC (Passenger Cars)  Mercurius Polokwane CV (Commercial Vehicles)        Servers, Desktops, and Laptops. Network maintenance and repairs. Assisting users with any queries related to IT. Managing Backup systems monthly. Autoline installation and assistance. (Kerridge) Office applications. Email setup and maintenance. (MS Office 2007, 2010, 2013, 2016, 2019 & 365 on MS Exchange) HeroTel Xpress (Limpopo) Helpdesk Agent (Temporary position) | 13 July 2020 – 13 August 2020     Assisting clients through troubleshooting on connection issues. Remote firmware upgrading of Mikrotik dishes and routerboards. Creating and escalating tickets on behalf of clients to other departments. I Know IT (Pty) LTD (Roodepoort, Gauteng) 1. IT Manager | Feb 2017 - 22 June 2020           Repairing, maintenance and installation of desktop PC’s and laptops. Installation of Windows and other OS’s. Any user needed a program or application. Repairing, maintenance and installation of networks Hubs, Switches Modems, Wall-boxes, and cabling. Repairing and setup of server’s Microsoft Server 2008, 2012R2, 2016 and 2019. Managing clients. Managing onsite and offsite backups. Working in critical systems that require to be online 24/7. Managing Apcan Security (PTY) LTD     Preventing downtime and if downtime is required arranging for a time to minimize productivity loss and risk. Assisting users with any IT related queries. On standby 24/7. Communicating with procurement officers on purchases of new or upgrading of equipment. 2. IT Technician | 1 August 2015 - Feb 2017  Repairing and setup of desktop PCs, laptops  Repairing and installation of networks.  Hubs, Switches Modems, Wall-boxes, and cabling.  Repairing and setup of servers - Microsoft Server 2008, 2012R2, 2016 and 2019. 3|Page
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